MC,

My reference to crop damage was directed toward "some" landowners. Obviously, the pros and cons of leasing need to be weighed on a case by case basis in terms of economic benefits. For example, my land is entirely wooded, so it would be economically feasible for me to lease it. On the other hand, if it was mostly cropland, I would be in trouble if i leased it to people only interested in taking a few big bucks because the crop damage would not cover the profits from leasing..